Experience the best of Lower Mill Estate

Plan your activities, dining and adventures

Welcome to Lower Mill Estate, where adventure, relaxation, and family fun awaits. Book your activities, dining and adventures now and make it a trip to remember. Scroll down to discover what's on at Lower Mill Estate during your stay with us. 

 

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If you need the team during your time with us, here is all the relevant contact information. 

 

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Activities

Book your bikes, scooters and seasonal activities and get ready to explore our beautiful estate. 

Christmas Activities and Events

Download our Christmas timetable to find out what is happening at Lower Mill Estate during your stay.

Christmas Trail

Join us this Christmas for a festive family adventure around Lower Mill Estate! Armed with your trail map, set off on a hunt to find 40 festive faces hidden around the Estate. Each one has its own number – can you track them all down?

DIFFICULTY

Easy

AGE

All

The Cotswold Christmas Shop Pop-up

Step into a world of festive wonder as the iconic Cotswold Christmas Shop brings its magic to Lower Mill Estate.

DIFFICULTY

Easy

AGE

All

Christmas-themed Nature Crafts for Kids

Join our Ecologist, James for some Christmas-themed, nature-based arts and crafts, aiming to teach children about nature and the animals that live on the Estate! Children will get involved in a variety of Christmas-themed, nature-based activities such as creating leaf collages, making Christmas cards and decorations and building bird feeders to support the wildlife on the Estate.

DIFFICULTY

Easy

AGE

4-8

Christmas Candle Making Workshop

Step into The Snug and join the talented team from Larkswold for a joyful morning of candle making. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create four beautifully poured candles, each one a reminder of your time at Lower Mill Estate.

DIFFICULTY

Easy

AGE

8+

Gingerbread Christmas Wreath Workshop

Looking for a festive activity with a delicious twist? Join the team from Larkswold for an afternoon of edible artistry in The Snug. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll decorate your very own gingerbread wreath using pre-baked elements, royal icing and a selection of sweet seasonal embellishments.

DIFFICULTY

Easy

AGE

All

Free

Balliho-ho-ho Christmas Carols

Get into the festive spirit with our Balliho-ho-ho Christmas Carols event on Tuesday 23rd December. Join us outside Ballihoo between 1830-2000 for an evening of live entertainment, delicious food, festive drinks and more.

DIFFICULTY

Easy

AGE

All

Phil the Elf’s Family Pantomime

Join us in the tipi for a festive family pantomime packed with magic, mischief and mayhem!

DIFFICULTY

Easy

AGE

All

Ballihoo's New Year's Eve Party

Join us for an unforgettable New Year's Eve Party at Ballihoo! This celebration offers a lively mix of party atmosphere and the immersive fun of a silent disco, a great way to ring in the New Year!

DIFFICULTY

Easy

AGE

All

Stretch and relax yoga

Combining a mixture of yoga styles, our yoga sessions are perfect for any age group and any ability to join in. 

Afternoon tea and massage

Indulge in ultimate relaxation with an afternoon tea and a 60-minute luxury massage for two. T&Cs apply.

Soft Play

Book our nature-themed soft play in Millstone Park, offering the perfect indoor space for them to run, jump and go wild. 

The Baker's Arms

Book your table at The Baker’s Arms, our newly opened pub in Somerford Keynes: just a 15-minute walk or 3-minute drive from the Estate.

Swim timetable and booking

Plunge into our indoor and outdoor pools or recharge in our sauna and steam room. Please note that all guests are required to book their swim slot in advance, here.

Lower Mill Estate app

Download our app by searching "Lower Mill Estate" in your app store. Here, you have access to our interactive map that tracks your position as you walk or cycle through our nature reserve.

Leisure and Wellness

Book your GAIA treatment today and experience ultimate relaxation to rejuvenate both your body and mind.

On-site Ballihoo restaurant

Book a table at our on-site restaurant - Ballihoo. Enjoy delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner dishes. Ballihoo is also dog-friendly!

Kids eat FREE at Ballihoo

Kids eat FREE on arrival and departure days that fall on a Monday or Friday from 1200 to 1530! Enjoy one course from our kids' main menu completely free. T&Cs apply.

Ballihoo wine room

Discover our self-serve Enomatic wine dispenser at Ballihoo, featuring 12 wines in various measures. 

Wildlife spotting

See if you can spot some of the captivating wildlife that calls Lower Mill Estate home such as otters, wild birds and more.

Explore the local area

Explore the Cotswolds' charming villages, scenic walks, and rich heritage. Discover the best spots nearby.

Enjoying your stay so far?

We’d love to hear your feedback about your visit to Lower Mill Estate. Share your highlights and stand-out moments on Google reviews for us to see. 

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Save £50 on your next stay

Book your next holiday to Lower Mill Estate via Habitat Escapes - our official on-site rental company and save £50 for you and a friend. Share the code FRIEND50 and as a thank you, use RTN50 to save on your next Habitat Escapes adventure.

Your own piece of luxury

Own a holiday home

Did you know that you could own a holiday home at Lower Mill Estate or our sister estate, Silverlake in Dorset. 

 

Our contemporary, sustainable, luxury holiday homes offer a sanctuary for families to relax, revive and reconnect. 

 

Get in touch with our specialist team to discuss the exceptional investment opportunities available and learn more about our

close-knit homeowner community and services.

 

CONTACT PROPERTY TEAM
@lowermillestate

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